How is my home valued?

Each home in England has been placed in a valuation band, from A to H. The valuation list does not show a value for your property, only the band.

The valuation list came into force on 1 April 1993 and was based on an estimate of how much each home was worth on 1 April 1991. Because Council Tax valuations are based on this, any changes in property market prices will not affect the banding of your property.

How can I find out the band for my home?

The band is shown on your Council Tax bill, or you can find out by visiting the Valuation Office Agency website, or contacting us at council.Tax@thanet.gov.uk

What can I do if I think that my band is wrong?

You can appeal to the Listing Officer in Folkestone.

Who can appeal?

The person liable to pay Council Tax can appeal, even if the property is exempt from Council Tax or they do not live there.

When can I appeal?

You can appeal if:

you think the band should be changed, because there has been a material increase in the value of your home.
you think the band should be changed because there has been a material reduction in the value of your home.
you start or stop using part of your home to carry out a business.
following either of the above, the Listing Officer has changed your band before telling you.
you have just moved in. The appeal time is limited to six months from when you move in.